http://www.rsimag.com/rsi Roofing/Siding/Insulation (RSI) Magazine delivers timely news, technical and business management information to help contractors run more progressive, profitable businesses. Our coverage has recently been expanded to include replacement windows and doors. 2008-05-13T08:46:26Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Foam-plastics-and-fire-safety/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511187?ref=25 Industry still adheres to proven fire guidelines. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511187null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Seeley-takes-helm-at-Performance-Roof-Systems/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511210?ref=25 New CEO has experience with General Electric, Yorktowne Inc. and Elkay Manufacturing Co. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511210null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Transactions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511213?ref=25 Carlisle Residential welcomes new product director. ... AIA registers Mule-Hide as CE provider. ... Sutter Roofing hires Barrow. ... OSI creates AIA-approved CE units. ... Rogers elected president of SCMA. ... PPG Industries accredits Architectural Window. ... MeTecno completes 600 Series product testing. ... W.P. Hickman makes stainless steel fasteners standard component. ... Imetco, Jarden Zinc Products join forces. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511213null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/GAFs-design-group-snags-awards/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511315?ref=25 Creative Design Department recognized for its work on brochures and collateral and packaging design. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511315null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Rheinzink-names-new-president/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511211?ref=25 Hornebo will focus on the continued support of the architectural community and the expansion of the distributor base. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511211null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/ARMA-ORNL-collaborate-on-spring-meeting/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511318?ref=25 Andre Desjarlais presented with the Industry Appreciation Award. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511318null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Hamlin-Energy-Solutions-demonstrates-benefits-of-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511212?ref=25 Thanks to tax incentives, North Carolina project expected to result in a cash benefit of approximately $150,000. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511212null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/McGrady-named-president-of-Insulfoam/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511353?ref=25 Veteran Carlisle Construction Materials employee will be responsible for expanding Insulfoam's market share in the expanded polystyrene (EPS) marketplace. 2008-04-21T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511353null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Murton-Roofing-introduces-green-plans/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507944?ref=25 Miami contractor to participate in Tecta America program. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/507944null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/CSI-releases-draft-of-UniFormat-for-public-comment/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507941?ref=25 Reactions sought by June 15. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/507941null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/RICOWI-elects-board-approves-hail-investigation/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508068?ref=25 Hail pads to be used at testing facilities. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508068null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Open-Energy-signs-first-solar-community-project/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507943?ref=25 Company will finance $480,000 to install 1.2 kilowatt systems on 47 Encinitas, Calif. condos. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/507943null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Centria-recognized-for-green-initiatives/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507940?ref=25 Green Building Alliance recognizes company for its work on a revolutionary solar technology. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/507940null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Transactions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507939?ref=25 Testing supports BioBased Insulation's SPF. ... ISAT, Miro partner on rooftop utility support applications. ... Grainger appoints Ryan CEO. ... JLG promotes four employees. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/507939null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Polyglass-opens-training-facility/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508157?ref=25 Winter Haven, Fla., operation dedicated to educating industry professionals about the various roofing systems that the company manufactures. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508157null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Allied-announces-prize-winners/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508169?ref=25 Five contractors to receive $175 for 12 straight months. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508169null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Tile-Roofing-Institute-to-meet-this-month/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507942?ref=25 Association to launch specialist certification program and "Go Green with Tile" marketing campaign. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/507942null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Rising-from-the-ashes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508107?ref=25 LP's siding comeback is one for the history books. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508107null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Siding/Daylighting/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511259?ref=25 On the commercial/office side, the trend is clearly toward higher ceilings and plenty of vertical glass to give occupants the benefits of daylighting. What are the energy trade-offs, if any? 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511259null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Insulation/Radiant-barriers-maximize-thermal-efficiency/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511263?ref=25 As more people become aware of the energy crisis and the drive toward green building, the more helpful it is to find energy-efficient building products that help maximize a building's thermal efficiency. One such product that is gaining interest is a radiant barrier. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511263null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Last-at-batt/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511264?ref=25 Joseph K. Lamb Jr.; Kevin J. Athmer 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511264null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Happy-anniversaries/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511250?ref=25 First-year anniversaries are easy to remember on RSI Magazine, if only because there seems to be at least one every month. That's how consistently and substantially things have changed — for the better — in the last 16 months. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511250null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Asphalt-roofing-community-stresses-long-life-cycle/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511253?ref=25 Today the word green is shorthand for "environmentally sound." Yet there are many facets to environmentalism and many "shades" of green. Another newly coined term, greenwashing, describes the unfortunate practice of falsely ascribing environmental benefits to organizations, services, products, or practices. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511253null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Siding/LPs-day-in-court/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511260?ref=25 In the early 1980s Louisiana-Pacific (LP) Corp. began developing alternatives to lumber for use as home siding. The idea was to develop materials made more efficiently from wood manufacturing by-products and lower-grade wood. These alternative products were intended to be competitive with products that were beginning to increase in market share, such as aluminum and vinyl siding, with a lower price point than conventional wood products. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511260null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Handling-repairs-by-the-barrel-and-bucket/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511251?ref=25 For many commercial contractors, roof repair and maintenance can be a feast or famine business. When there's a feast following a major weather event, you may be flooded with hundreds of leak calls a day. Your service crews scramble to handle all the leak repairs they can, and it may take weeks to report back on what was done on each roof and get out the invoices. You push your project managers, crews, and estimators to keep up with the demands, but there's barely enough time to produce proposals to cover immediate repairs and keep clients happy. Everyone is in reaction mode, focusing on quickly fixing leaks — and you miss the opportunity to win the more extensive permanent repairs that all those roofs really need. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511251null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Siding/Rising-from-the-ashes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511258?ref=25 In 1995, with widespread claims levied against Louisiana-Pacific's Inner-Seal exterior wood siding, most companies would have packed it in and abandoned the siding market. Instead, Louisiana-Pacific (LP) re-engineered its product and, since 1997, has sold approximately 3 billion square feet of SmartSide siding without one warranty claim for fungal decay. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511258null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Ask-the-experts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511252?ref=25 This month's questions are answered by Angie Durhman, green roof program manager for Tecta America, spray foam consultant Mason Knowles, and Brad Burdic, manager of sales and marketing for Ecostream. If you have a question specific to green roofing, spray foam or solar roofing, please email RSI Editor-in-Chief Thomas Skernivitz at tskernivitz@questex.com. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511252null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/New-products/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511261?ref=25 Englert offers the Metalman FP1101/16 standing-seam rollforming machine. The unit runs a fixed width, variable length single profile configuration with a 16-inch coverage. The unit is also available in 20-inch coverage. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511261null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/EPDM-group-champions-recycling/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511255?ref=25 With energy savings and sustainability becoming crucial components of a modern roof system, the ability to recycle roofing products is growing in importance. During the past 18 months, the EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) Roofing Association (ERA) has been conducting research into the possible recycling of its product. Initial results from the pilot phase have been encouraging, enabling an effort to expand our research. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511255null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Concrete-and-clay-tile-manufacturers-boast-they-re/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511254?ref=25 With the "green build" and "sustainable" branding machine ramping up around the world, there are still many questions regarding how this universal movement will impact our business at home and how it will relate to the true life-cycle costs of our building projects. While most of these programs will be based upon color reflectivity, it really raises the question of long-term performance of these new systems. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511254null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Slate-No-rocket-science-required/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512833?ref=25 The Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock, Ark., got its money's worth, even after adjustments for inflation. In 1881, for less than $2,000, it received a 120-year roof — without the benefit of a warranty or even an underlayment. The performance of slate roofing is legendary, with roofs in Europe still functioning after 400 years. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/182008/512833null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Insulation/Radiant-barriers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512834?ref=25 Six experts — Lorraine Bittles, associate OSB product manager, LP; J.P. Bolton, vice president of sales, Innovative Insulation Inc.; Wes Hall, national sales manager, Reflectix Inc.; Marcus Jablonka, vice president, research, development, and production, Cosella-Dorken Products Inc.; Bill Lippy, senior vice president, chief marketing officer, Fi-Foil Co. Inc.; and Ryan McCoy, product manager, radiant barrier division, Insulation Solutions Inc. — discuss the state of radiant barriers. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/182008/512834null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Syntheticcomposite-roofing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511257?ref=25 Three industry experts — Robert Kaethler, composite roofing product manager, Trimline; Ray Rosewall, CEO, DaVinci Roofscapes; and Charlie Taft, national sales manager, EcoStar — discuss the state of synthetic/composite roofing: 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511257null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/EPDM-recover-favors-insulation-options/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511256?ref=25 Professional roof consultants, in order to meet the needs of building owners, are becoming fully educated on energy spending, environmental issues, and restoration choices. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/511256null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Metal+Roofing/Weathering-hard-times/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512315?ref=25 Thanks to the high-end niche that metal has carved in the steep-slope residential roofing market, it's likely that these shake, shingle, and panel systems are weathering the new housing slump a bit better than most commodity products. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/172008/512315null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Double-D-Roofing-achieves-national-honor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506054?ref=25 Firestone Building Products acknowledges York, Pa., contractor with three awards. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/506054null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Firestone-Metal-Products-celebrates-grand-opening-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505595?ref=25 New 65,000-square-foot Miramar facility is five times larger than Pompano Beach facility. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505595null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Turning-leaks-into-leads/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505921?ref=25 Clearly presenting recommendations for repair work is the simple formula for success. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505921null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Transactions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505457?ref=25 CSI lauds Gensler. ... MeTecno launches customer newsletter. ... 3D Seamless Windows and Doors welcomes three staffers. ... PPG Industries accredits Tecnoglass. ... Steelscape announces appointments. ... Don Largent Roofing achieves Carlisle SynTec HOF status. ... RCI headed to Dallas next year. ... GE Money, Renewal by Andersen reach agreement. ... Ply Gem debuts online training system. ... RIMA presents workshop at Construct 2008. ... American Hydrotech green roof course certified. ... Fiber Composites hires Home Depot veteran Anderson. ... Flir Systems holds free infrared technology courses. ... Hanley Wood promotes managers. ... Englert offers architects CE credit. ... ASTM honors Graveline. ... DaVinci shakes receive BCCO approval. ... Mule-Hide modified bitument cap sheets meet Title 24 standards. ... AAMA executive director Valentin to retire. ... Dow Building creates sustainable building with Michigan contractor. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505457null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/White-paper-focuses-on-moisture-in-residential-con/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505574?ref=25 Benjamin Obdyke offering attempts to clear the many misconceptions surrounding moisture management. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505574null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/ABC-Supply-Co-repeats-as-Gallup-award-winner/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506064?ref=25 Award recognizes the best-performing workforces in the world. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/506064null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/CertainTeed-earns-first-Drake-Vendor-of-the-Year-a/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505935?ref=25 Annual awards based on feedback from distributors at more than 340 locations. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505935null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Fence-deck-and-rail-market-slow-to-rebound-from-20/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505578?ref=25 However, a 4 percent growth rate is predicted in 2009, with 7 percent to 9 percent continued growth through 2012. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505578null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/RCI-announces-2008-09-board-of-directors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505587?ref=25 John Willers, of Rooftop Systems Engineers in Raleigh, N.C., takes over as president. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505587null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Vinyl-roofing-industry-prioritizes-recycling-effor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505930?ref=25 Division of the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association initiates a feasibility study to evaluate strategies for making post-consumer recycling in North America viable on a broad scale. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505930null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/RIMA-changes-name-to-RIMA-International-honors-200/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505581?ref=25 Association honors RoyOMartin, Astro-Foil/Innovative Energy, Covertech, Reflectix Inc., TVM Building Products, and KdB Isolation SA. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505581null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Report-US-insulation-demand-may-hit-11-billion-in-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505576?ref=25 Demand will benefit mostly from renewed growth in residential building construction, particularly single-family homes. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505576null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/D-C-Taylor-announces-sales-safety-awards-appointme/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505937?ref=25 D.C. Taylor announces promotions and safety awards. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505937null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Hand-tool-industrys-growth-tied-to-home-improvemen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505927?ref=25 Driven by the buying habits of the "weekend warrior" crowd, manufacturers have concentrated on product innovations and ergonomic tools. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505927null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Centria-offers-AIA-certified-continuing-education-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505579?ref=25 Learning objectives include informing architects and designers about why they should use metal, analyzing the superior performance of metal, explaining how metal supports sustainable design, and determining when metal may be the best solution for a project. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/132008/505579null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/GAF-earns-Charlie-Raymond-award-once-again/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502155?ref=25 Company has recruited 84 new NRCA members since the inception of the manufacturer members' award in 2006. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/112008/502155null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Bradco-Supply-founder-Segal-steps-down/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/499324?ref=25 Oldest son, Martin Segal, named chief operating officer. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/499324null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Englert-Soprema-to-cross-sell/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494712?ref=25 Companies will offer single-source warranty. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494712null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/IRE-calls-for-2009-papers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/498959?ref=25 Next year's show slated for Feb. 3-5 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/498959null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/ASTM-issues-new-standard/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502171?ref=25 Moisture-triggered polyurethanes recognized in a class of their own versus their moisture-cured counterparts. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/112008/502171null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Sheet-metal-supplier-garners-award/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494249?ref=25 Advanced Architectural Sheet Metal recognized by Chicagoland Roofing and Contractors Association. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494249null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/RCMA-assembles-sustainable-roofing-committee/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502167?ref=25 Committee includes co-chairs Salazar, Ripps, Banos and Guibault. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/112008/502167null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Transactions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494231?ref=25 Bayer spray system receives Miami-Dade certification. ... Winston Group acquires Eagle hot-air welders. ... IKO named vendor of the year. ... ABC names Luck CEO. ... Soprema rolls out SBS mod bit. ... FLIR lands primary distributor. ... Tecta America promotes Taylor, Wiegand. ... Jottan moves offices. ... PIMA appoints Rowe. ... Godlewski replaces retiring Griner at Rmax. ... Techtronic promotes Farrah. ... Burkett returns to GenFlex. ... Owens Corning hires Barker as VP. ... Carlisle Syntec honors David/Randall Associates. ... Insulfoam adds Sutmoller. ... Firestone partners with LiveRoof. ... Englert releases white paper. ... Eagle Roofing Products expands solar sales. ... Simonton's Burk joins regional board of directors. ... Bostik promotes D'Autilio. ... PPG names Wright GM. ... Roofmaster employee celebrates 40th anniversary. ... John T. Morgan Roofing turns 75 this spring. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494231null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/First-lady-of-roofing-dies-at-83/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494402?ref=25 Dorothy Lawrence was the first female member of ASTM Committee D08 on roofing and waterproofing. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494402null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Englert-offers-white-paper-continuing-education-cr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502148?ref=25 White paper details development of metal roof coatings; continuing education directed at members of the American Institute of Architects. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/112008/502148null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Whats-ahead-for-roofing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/499433?ref=25 SPRI conference focuses on economy. 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/102008/499433null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Firestone-Master-Contractor-Award-recognizes-indus/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494251?ref=25 Company lauds more than 200 companies, including 32 roofing firms that take home President?s Club honors 2008-03-11T04:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494251null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Ask-the-experts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508365?ref=25 Can you explain the advantages and/or disadvantages of the pre-planted tray systems versus the traditional green roof systems? 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508365null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Silicone-roof-system-salvages-EPDM/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508369?ref=25 Dick West has enjoyed so much success in the spray polyurethane foam (SPF) arena, he can't be faulted for getting a little bored with the status quo. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508369null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/EPDM/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508367?ref=25 With TPO growing so quickly, we need to remind our readers about the benefits of EPDM. Can you discuss a few? 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508367null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Turning-leaks-into-leads/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508363?ref=25 In any sales effort, success begins with a steady stream of qualified leads. Service and maintenance work can be the most profitable category of work for commercial roofing contractors, with margins of up to 50 percent. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508363null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Siding/Vinyl-Siding/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508372?ref=25 Vinyl still dominates, but according to RSI's surveys, its market share is decreasing. Why is this, and how is the industry reacting? 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508372null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Insulation/Contractor-carries-a-big-gun/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508373?ref=25 Ray Micucci Jr. is saving his customers a lot of energy, but he apparently has plenty to spare for himself. As president of Mid-Valley Restoration, Poughkeepsie, N.Y., the 24-year veteran of the construction industry specializes in lowering his customers' utility bills. From coatings to spray polyurethane foam (SPF) to draft proofing to polyurea, this roofer-at-heart is into it all. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508373null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/For-love-of-down-time/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508362?ref=25 Did you survive the Triple Crown of industry trade shows? If so, give yourself a pat on the back. Better yet, have someone else do it for you; you probably haven't got the energy. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508362null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Whats-ahead-for-roofing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508368?ref=25 The forecast for the new construction market — residential and low-slope — is not encouraging, according to Dr. William F. Ford, Weatherford Chair of Finance at Middle Tennessee State University and former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508368null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/New-Products/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508375?ref=25 New Products 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508375null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Underlayment-aids-disaster-recovery/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508370?ref=25 Jim Sullenger, the executive director of Restoration Point Foundation, is no roofing expert. What's he's learned, however, is that the current generation of mechanically attached synthetic underlayments are allowing his organization to save weather-damaged homes that in the past would have fallen victim to mold, mildew, and rain damage. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508370null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Why-illegal-immigrants-must-stay/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508364?ref=25 We are hoping our readers are aware of the acute economic dangers a hardline immigration policy represents. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508364null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Insulation/Assuring-a-quality-SPF-application/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508374?ref=25 SPF is a versatile material, solving many building issues such as energy performance, air infiltration, moisture control, sound transmission, structural enhancement, and more. But even the best product won't work if the job is not done right. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508374null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Last-at-batt/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508376?ref=25 Agustin Exposito & Jay Butch 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508376null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Extreme-makeover/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508366?ref=25 When redoing seams and flashings, nothing is more important than proper membrane preparation, regardless of thickness. 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508366null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Metal+Roofing/Retrofitting/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508371?ref=25 Retrofitting with metal is a great way to add slope to an existing roof. Can you discuss this option? 2008-03-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/152008/508371null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/MCA-elects-board-members/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490340?ref=25 Newly elected officials include Miller, Repovs, Wendelburg, Wilson. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/072008/490340null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Transactions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490258?ref=25 Best Contracting celebrates silver anniversary. ... MeTecno picks ad agency. ... N.B. Handy delivers materials straight to roofs. ... Tremco 12 earn RRO status. ... Colorado association lauds Kawulok. ... Berger gutters featured at IBS. ... 3M plant gains ISO certification. ... W.P. Hickman partners with environmentally friendly printer. ... Eagle Roofing establishes sales regions. ... OCR Solar and Roofing, BP Solar partner. ... Kesser named president of Stevens Roofing. ... Jim Brown Roofing, Dalmation Roofing, Starkweather Roofing pitch in at Super Bowl. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/062008/490258null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/RCMA-elects-2008-leadership/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490269?ref=25 Anthony begins terms as president, flanked by vice presidents Mellot, Leonard. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/062008/490269null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Tecta-America-acquires-Standard-Roofing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490259?ref=25 Phoenix-based company still celebrating after winning Arizona Roofing Contractors Association contractor of the year honor. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/062008/490259null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/MCA-announces-Presidents-Award-winners/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490339?ref=25 Roofing honors go to Salt River Roofing for its work on the Jackson, Wyo., campus of the Teton Science Schools. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/072008/490339null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/ATAS-remembers-legacy-of-deceased-founder/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490336?ref=25 Bus started Aluminum Trim and Shapes from family basement. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/072008/490336null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Ask-the-Experts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490751?ref=25 Angie Durhman, green roof program manager for Tecta America, and Mason Knowles, a spray foam consultant with more than 37 years of experience, answer RSI readers' most interesting questions about green roofing and spray polyurethane foam, respectively. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/072008/490751null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Petersen-Dean-places-23-million-PV-order/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490338?ref=25 Open Energy Corp. to provide 11,880 photovoltaic (PV) tiles, related inverters, and other system equipment. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/072008/490338null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Paying-the-Price/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490756?ref=25 Contractors need to remind builders about the value they provide. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/072008/490756null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/ARMA-installs-new-leadership-team/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490266?ref=25 Owens Corning's Bargabos takes over as president. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/062008/490266null HTML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Asphalt-viscosity/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494437?ref=25 With the growth of various roofing systems, such as single-ply, sprayed-in-place polyurethane foam, metal, and modified bitumen (MB), why would we be interested in asphalt at all, and especially why would we want to introduce viscosity grading right now? 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494437null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Insulation/Air-barrier-update/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494447?ref=25 Several months ago the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) released a uniform test method to evaluate a full air barrier assembly for exterior walls. Although this groundbreaking standard should represent a major step forward in increasing the energy efficiency of buildings, it may create some challenges for insulation contractors. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494447null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/New-Products/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494450?ref=25 New Products 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494450null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Low-slope-market-holds-promise/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494435?ref=25 The nonresidential new construction market is showing vigor despite the housing slump. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494435null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/A-novel-approach/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494433?ref=25 The only way to write better, a wise man told me long ago, is to read. I've never forgotten his words, although I've never really heeded them either. He'd be disappointed, I'm sure, to hear this, but he probably won't any time soon. I pen letters as often as I peel open books. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494433null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Growing-the-service-side-of-your-business/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494441?ref=25 The long-term customer relationships built through maintenance and service work can be a major business driver. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494441null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Asphalt-Shingles/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494438?ref=25 Five industry experts —Paul Batt, senior marketing manager, CertainTeed Corp.; Emily Cavanagh, product manager, GAF-Elk; Reed Hitchcock, executive director, Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association; Gary McElyea, communications associate, Tamko Building Products Inc.; and Kirk Villar, vice president of residential sales, Atlas Roofing Corp. — discuss the state of asphalt shingles: 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494438null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Suppliers-consultants-have-their-say/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494439?ref=25 Only 17 percent of roofing/siding/insulation suppliers expect homebuilding to rebound this year, yet two of three predict their own companies' sales volumes will increase in 2008. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494439null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Siding/Stone-Siding/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494446?ref=25 Three industry experts — Emily Cavanagh, product manager, GAF-Elk; Darrin Haugan, senior vice president of sales and marketing, Nichiha USA; and Bob Heath, market development leader, masonry products, Owens Corning LLC — discuss the state of stone siding: 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494446null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Siding/Siding-options-abound/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494445?ref=25 While vinyl continues to be the most popular choice among siders and their customers, the use of alternative claddings is growing, particularly at the high end of the residential market. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494445null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Roofing/Extend-a-roofs-life-expectancy-with-preventive-mai/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494440?ref=25 You just installed a new roofing system on your customer's building. The building owner took the time to consult with you to plan and choose the right roof for the building design. Now you don't have to worry about checking on the roof for a few years, right? 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494440null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Metal+Roofing/Quality-metal-roof-edges-share-traits/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494444?ref=25 The construction industry's move toward sustainability and environmental friendliness is one of the most compelling and influential forces to impact the roofing community in decades. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494444null XML http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/Home-pump-advantage/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494436?ref=25 "We've saved 15 percent net in gas costs," Little, the president of KPost Co., says. "And when you have a $20 million company, every 10th of a percent matters in big dollars." 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.rsimag.com/rsi/data/articlestandard/rsi/092008/494436null XML